Jeffrey G.

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What a great service. I looked into 4-5 different companies. This company had the best prices with the best services. VERY professional and have already recommended to others. The final result was better than expected.

Shawna G.

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Jeremy was super responsive, polite, friendly and delivered a high-quality job! He installed several new recessed lights in our dining room and changed out some existing lights as well. We are hiring him again next week to tackle a few more lighting projects in our home. We highly recommend Jeremy! He is extremely professional and very skilled.

DeAnna L.

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Alex was the only company that reached out personally, committing to and completing a large repair job within 24 hours. The entire team worked quickly to repair a large leak that other landscaping companies passed on. They gave me a few options to consider and left their work area clean. Enjoyed working with them and plan to do so again.

Brent N.

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I have a 2000 SQ house that was in a desperate need of paint. Nick was professional and got the job done and got it done right. I have seen a lot of paint jobs on houses that the color is weird or the way the painting was done but this was a great job. He worked well with the other contractors that were working on my house and they said that they liked working with him also. For any other painting job that I have I will ask Nick to do the work and I will be recommending him to anyone that needs painting work done.

Andrew M.

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We hired Trent to haul away some junk recently. We chose Trent because of his professional communication and his competitive quote to do the work. Upon arrival (early), Trent and Rocky were very professional right away. They were able to quickly take care of the job at hand, were very friendly with my kids, and left the yard area in great condition. I will definitely use Trent again in the future for any restoration projects or junk removal. This was a really great customer experience.

Erin S.

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Paul took down 2 light fixtures and a ceiling fan and then installed replacements that I had purchased. He was on time, funny, and got the job done quickly. I will be hiring Paul again soon to do some work in my new home!

Jack A.

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I needed a full sized cinderblock wall, 60’ long. A Small project! This company is the ONLY Company from EIGHT I contacted to actually submit a written estimate. IVAN Was my salesperson, and lead on my project. Ivan responds quickly to communicate! Their work was on time, and very well done. I’d recommend this company!!

Thumbtack Customer

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Cannot say enough good things about this company! This is a company who truly cares. We had an electrical emergency at our house which of course occurred after business hours. I utilized Thumbtack and found NOGI electric. The response was almost instant. We called and spoke to Raul who offered professional and courteous assistance over the phone. We asked for service the following day, but Raul said that he could have a technician to our house within the hour. Not only was the technician on time, but Raul also showed up and assisted with the project. After the project was complete, he also assisted in scheduling SRP back out to our property. We were amazed that nearly an hour after the project had been completed, Raul returned to our home to meet SRP and ensure that our power was resorted. I highly recommend this company as they truly care about their customers and do excellent top notch work. Thank you Raul and NOGI electric for saving the day!

Liz R.

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I never write reviews, but I made an exception because I am very happy with the end result! Patrick mounted a tv on a brick fireplace and did an amazing job. He was very kind and knowledgeable from the first time we had contact. He was very precise and went over every detail and communicated with us about every step. He was very clean with his installation process and took the time to cover surrounding areas with plastic to avoid a mess of brick dust as he drilled. All of this happened even with a curious two year old in the home! I definitely recommend hiring him. I have saved his number for any future projects in my home. He's a keeper!

Irene T.

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We initially hired Steve to paint the interior of our house - which he did a fantastic job. We then also discovered his many many talents for home repair and have used him extensively since then. Always a professional job at a great price

Patrick B.

Gloriana H.

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We've done a lot of work on our fixer upper since our purchase in 2009, and have worked with several contractors over the years. The folks at Contact Restoration are the absolute best. They were easy to work with, they explained everything to us during the process, and they kept their word on everything they promised. They responded to us, knowing they were not merely working on a house, but that they were working on our home.

Stephanie C.

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I highly recommend using Anthony for all your electrical needs. He's knowledgeable and very thorough with every job that he does. I have used him for the last year and a half on my rental renovations and he has always been reliable and up for the challenge. I recommend him whenever I hear of someone in need of an electrian. I will definately continue to work with him, for personal projects at my own home and for my rentals.

Tom N.

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These guys tackled a tough job and left the house exceptionally clean.
We bought a home intending to remodel. We wanted to remove two columns and discovered the house was not build to the plans. We had an engineer provide a fix with details and load calcs, but that required removing a glulam and replacing with a larger one -- and my family has already moved in.
I put up plastic everywhere, but it turns out I probably didn't need it. As one cut drywall, another held a vacuum to catch all the dust. Every time they created sawdust with the planer or a saw, and every time insulation fell through the ceiling crack, they cleaned it up right away, so it never got airborne and spread thorough the house.
They installed it exactly to specifications and even addressed a couple unrelated issues without being asked.
We expected it to take 6 hours, they were done in 4.
I think the bid was high, but they were ready to go and I needed it done right away. After seeing the care they took, I think it was worth the price.
Btw, I messed up ordering the beam, so Alfredo had to arrange to have a team come at a later date without him. They came in the afternoon when they had finished their day-jobs. Alfredo arrived as they finished to walk through and get paid.

Kathi F.

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Chad at Day Flipper completed a couple renovations at my home. His quotes were very reasonable and his workmanship was top notch. My bathroom renovation is my favorite! His knowledge and advice was very helpful too.
The work was completed timely and within my budget. I will always recommend Day Flipper to friend and family knowing it will be a great experience for them too.

Claire J.

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Great service absolutely would highly recommend Vizcom contracting. I will contact his business once again for any other problems at home. Omar and his technicians were very polite and professional. They were able to fix the water flood and mold remediation inside my home. One thing that I appreciate from his company is that his technicians took extra precaution to not damage my home or cross-contaminate the clean areas while doing the mold remediation. Best thing was the affordable pricing.

Vanessa J.

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EHS was very quick to respond to my emergency. They came very prepared, professional and able to answer all of my many questions. They made me feel comfortable and at ease even in a stressful situation of my home flooding. Their quality of work is excellent, both mitigation and rebuild services!

Q & A

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Thumbtack.

Why should you hire a contractor?

Hiring a general contractor is a good idea for many remodeling projects. Home renovation contractors have a broad range of skills to manage, coordinate and complete a project. They should help make sure your project comes in on time and within your budget as they hire and supervise all the necessary subcontractors, including electricians and plumbers. They also handle procuring all the materials required for your job. Some homeowners look to save money by acting as their own contractor, but an experienced home renovation contractor is worth the cost. They should know local building codes, be able to pull all necessary permits, and work with inspectors to make sure the construction meets local codes. Also, because they get professional discounts, they can typically buy materials at a better price than you can; better prices on materials and labor save you money, and make up for at least a percentage of the cost of the contractor.

What is a general contractor?

When starting a home remodel or new construction project, you will probably hire a general contractor. A general contractor is a professional who is qualified to take a set of building plans and construct them as outlined. The general contractor may help perform the day-to-day building, or they may just hire workers and oversee all the work activities. In either case, the job of the general contractor is to see that your project gets built.

When you have a building project, ask for bids from various contractors. The bids tell you how much each will charge and what their scope of work will be. Once you have selected a bid, you sign a contract with that general contractor outlining the specifics of the project and the milestones during the project when they will receive payment installments. Once the contract is official, the general contractor will bring in their crew to begin construction. The contractor will manage the workers and subcontractors (anyone who doesn’t work directly for their company but that they need to outsource, like a marble installation pro), order all the materials, obtain work permits, and confirm that all the workers and subcontractors are completing their projects as planned. They typically handle all the payments to the workers and subcontractors, and send you invoice. For all these reasons, it’s also especially important to follow a few smart hiring practices when it comes to finding a general contractor. If you are organized and competent to oversee construction projects, and are able to make sure everything is being built properly and meeting code, it’s possible you can be your own general contractor.

How do you choose a commercial general contractor?

A commercial contractor provides similar services as a residential general contractor but specializes in working with large-scale projects for businesses, schools, nonprofits, governments and development firms. When researching commercial general contractors, review their portfolio of work and confirm they have ample experience working in the area you need. For example, if you are building a small strip mall, ask if the contractors have experience successfully incorporating all the needed elements such as a parking lot, meeting ADA requirements, accessing the proper permits, and completing work on time.

Once you’ve identified several qualified candidates, request bids for your project and then compare the scope of work with your needs and budget. Your commercial general contractor should oversee design, permitting, construction, materials purchase, and adherence to building code and zoning regulations, as well as sticking to an agreed-upon budget and schedule. It’s important to establish clear communication with your future commercial general contractor, as this will mean a smoother process for everyone. For all these reasons, it’s also especially important to follow a few smart hiring practices when it comes to finding a general contractor.

Do I need a contractor for a kitchen remodel?

A kitchen remodel is one of the most important investments you can make in your home, and it’s critical to get the details right; that’s where a home renovation contractor comes in. A minor remodel usually includes new cabinet faces and hardware, replacement appliances, and paint, while an extensive job may enlarge the kitchen’s square footage, install new cabinets or an island, change the layout, and lay new tile or hardwood floors. Any renovation that includes filing permits, construction, or electrical or plumbing work is best completed by an experienced contractor who knows local codes.

How much will it cost to remodel my house?

The cost to remodel a home is highly variable — size and scope of the project, quality of materials, and the number of subcontractors required to complete the job all affect the total cost. The average national cost of a home renovation project is $13,500. The national average per-square-foot cost of a remodel ranges from $25 to $100. Nationally, kitchen and bathroom remodels are the most popular types of projects, in part because they typically have the highest return on investment when the home is sold. The national average cost of a major kitchen remodel ranges from $25,000 to $62,000, while the average bathroom remodel tends to cost $6,000 to $18,000. In addition to materials and labor costs, many remodeling project costs include permit fees, which, average $900 or more, depending on your location.